I’m pleased to announce the latest batch of newly certified LGC instructors. This seems to be the most geographically diverse group so far, and it’s great to see our reach expanding through more and more regions. Without further ado, allow me to introduce our new instructors…
Curtis, SF Bay Area, CA
Curtis is a firearms hobbyist who was largely inspired by the advent of 3D printed firearms and parts. As a tech worker and enthusiast, Curtis is driven by a curiosity of how things work and believes in the value of education surrounding firearms. He is also heavily influenced by his interest in various left-wing self-defense groups, socialists, anarchist and abolitionists throughout American history.
Curtis is certified to teach the Intro to Range Safety & Shooting course, and will serve the SF Bay Area region in CA.
Doug, Boston MA
Doug is long-time firearms enthusiast and 2A advocate who enjoys geeking out over firearms hardware and training first-time shooters. He’s fluent in the complex and convoluted firearms laws of Massachusetts and is a Mass State Police-licensed instructor. He’s especially passionate about ensuring historically marginalized groups have the right and ability to protect and defend themselves.
Doug is not new; he was one of the earliest to be certified under the LGC training program and we are proud to recognize him now. Doug is certified to teach the Intro to Range Safety & Shooting and Firearms Familiarization courses. He serves the Boston, MA region.
Asher, Omaha NE
Asher is a computer security researcher, a competitive pistol shooter, and a certified USPSA Range Officer. He is passionate about gun safety, and looks forward to introducing a diverse audience to the fun and excitement of the shooting sports.
Asher is certified in the Intro to Range Safety & Shooting course, and will serve the Omaha, NE area.
Brian, Washington D.C.
Brian is a veteran with 12 years active duty in the Air Force, and 13 years (and counting) in the Air Force Reserves. He currently works/lives in the Washington D.C. area and is a member of the LGC MD/VA/DC. Brian’s primary interest area is defensive/combat shooting.
Brian is certified in the Intro to Range Safety & Shooting course and will serve the Washington, DC area.
Vinc, Boulder/Denver CO
Vinc is a native Coloradan with family throughout the state. He pursues civil and volunteer activities. He shoots pistol and rifle regularly for practice and relaxation.
Vinc is certified to teach the Intro to Range Safety & Shooting course and will serve the Boulder/Longmont/Denver, CO areas.
Kevin, Las Vegas NV
Kevin has lived in Southern Nevada for over 30 years and has had a love of shooting since childhood. Over the last 16 years, Kevin
has developed that love for shooting through professional training. He has a desire to teach others to handle firearms safely and to learn basic marksmanship skills, so they too may develop a passion for safe and responsible shooting.
Kevin is certified to teach the Intro to Range Safety and Shooting course and will serve the Las Vegas, NV region.
Lokke, New York NY
Lokke first learned to shoot at summer camp in the early 1980s, an activity that instilled a lifelong love
of marksmanship. An avid hunter and sport shooter, he is active in shooting pistols, rifles and shotguns on a regular basis. In addition he has over 25 years of martial arts experience, was previously an instructor in Kung Fu and Kickboxing and is currently a Judo Shodan (first degree black belt) and an active Judoka.
Lokke is certified to teach the Intro to Range Safety and Shooting course and serves the NYC Metro area.
The Liberal Gun Club currently hosts 3 training courses–Intro to Range Safety and Shooting, Firearm Familiarization, and Intro to Defensive Shooting–and we are actively seeking instructors to teach these courses across the nation. If you are interested in teaching with the LGC, please read about these courses on our Training page and send an email to education@theliberalgunclub.com to tell us a bit about yourself. We look forward to adding you to our instructor roster!
If you are located in one of the regions listed above and are interested in training, please fill out the contact form on the Training page.
See you on the range…